Recovering from a disaster can be overwhelming. Knowing what to do and where to find reliable information can help you, your family, or your business move through the recovery process.

Martin County Emergency Management connects residents and businesses with recovery resources The information below provides guidance and resources to support you in the aftermath of a flood event.

Septic Systems and wells

Florida Department of Health
https://www.floridahealth.gov/emergency-information/

If on a septic system and your plumbing is functioning slowly: 

If your well is flooded: 

  • Heavy rainfall may have made your well water unsafe to drink. If you are unsure about the impact of flooding on your well water, use bottled water or boil water for drinking, making ice, teeth brushing, and washing any areas of the skin that have been cut or injured. 
  • If your well is affected by flood waters, there may be disease-causing organisms in your water making it unsafe to drink. 
  • Fact Sheet: https://www.floridahealth.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/083019-em-prep-factsheets-private-wells.pdf

For additional questions regarding well water testing, contact DOH-Martin Environmental Public Health at 772-221-4090. 

Debris Removal

Bulk waste is any item that is too large to fit into a regular garbage can due to size, shape or weight. Common household bulk items include: 

  • Appliances
  • Furniture
  • Mattresses
  • Other items too large to fit into your regular garbage can

Find more information on accepted and non-accepted items at https://www.martin.fl.us/BulkWaste

Bulk waste pickup does not require scheduling, but calling ahead is recommended. This helps ensure your items are included in the day’s pickup route, especially if you have larger items that may require a grapple truck with claw. To schedule, please call Waste Management at (772) 546-7700 or email wm.martin@wm.com. 

Transportation Assistance

Ride United offers free, temporary, pre-scheduled LYFT rides to connect Martin County residents to education, employment, health care and other critical services. Those in need of transportation assistance should reach out to a participating agency to determine eligibility or schedule a ride. https://www.unitedwaymartin.org/RideUnited

Housing Rehabilitation Assistance

The Martin County SHIP Program provides assistance to income-eligible homeowners to improve the safety and quality of their homes. Eligible repairs may include correcting code violations, eliminating health and safety hazards, and addressing major deficiencies that impact the livability of the home. SHIP rehabilitation funding is intended for moderate repairs, not home remodeling. Homes must be structurally adequate to qualify. If a home is determined to be beyond economical repair, it may not be eligible.Apply for SHIP assistance, call (772) 320-3169 to schedule an appointment with Martin County Human Services staff to review and complete an application.

Learn more about the SHIP program at https://www.martin.fl.us/SHIP